Swift is regarded as a trailblazer of the twenty-first century for her diverse musical ability, songwriting skill, and business acumen, all of which have inspired musicians, entrepreneurs, and businessmen worldwide. She started out with country music, migrated into pop, and experimented with alternative rock, indie folk, and electronic sounds, erasing the lines between musical genres. Her unique mix of chart success, critical praise, and sincere fan devotion has been characterized by critics as a cultural quintessence, allowing her to have an enormous effect on the music industry and beyond.